Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro (2023) runs on the Apple A17 Pro, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $999 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 70/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3274); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 1,467,470); the Apple iPhone 15 Pro is noticeably lighter (187g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Apple iPhone 15 Pro better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1639
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 1467470
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 2969
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 7599
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3274 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 80/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 83/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 16 points higher (86/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 15 Pro — 50/100, Xiaomi 18 Fold — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro (75/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 15 Pro | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A17 Pro | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1467470 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2969 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7599 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3274 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 154 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 146.6×70.6×8.3 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 15 Pro
- 3274 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Apple iPhone 15 Pro by 71.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $640. Apple iPhone 15 Pro was $640 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro (99/100 vs 80/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro (75/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 64/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 15 Pro — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 80/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 Pro over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 18 Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.